Open Jobs Director, Compliance & Product Safety

Job Type: Full Time

Function: Logistics/Operations

Address: 160 Bloor Street East 11th Floor Toronto ON

Working Model: Hybrid

Belong to Something Beautiful

At Sephora Canada beauty is about feeling seen valued and empowered individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others celebrating diversity and inclusivity unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together we belong to something beautiful.

Ready for a career glow-up As a Director of Compliance and Product Safety youll be responsible for ensuring that all Sephora products comply with applicable Canadian regulations and product safety standards. This role requires strong cross-functional partnership and effective communication with various departments including Legal Brands Merchandising Quality Assurance and Supply Chain. As the Director you will lead the development implementation and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures across our Canadian operations.

What Youll Do:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead and manage all aspects of chemical and product compliance ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Develop and implement comprehensive compliance strategies policies and procedures including risk assessment and mitigation plans.
• Establish and maintain a product safety and compliance framework that aligns with industry best practices and evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on product safety and compliance matters.

Compliance Management:

• Conduct regular audits and assessments of products manufacturing processes and supply chain operations to ensure compliance with local national and international regulations
• Oversee compliance with labeling requirements product documentation and trademark usage to ensure accuracy consistency and vigilance across all products and markets.
• Manage the creation maintenance and accuracy of product safety data sheets and other required compliance documentation.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with Legal Product Development Sourcing Quality Assurance and other relevant teams to address compliance-related issues support product innovation and ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into product development processes. yes
• Work directly with brands vendors and suppliers to conduct thorough reviews of trademarks on products compliance standards and overall expectations. Ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on product safety and compliance matters providing guidance training and support as needed.

Regulatory Affairs and Risk Management:

• Manage and respond to regulatory inquiries compliance-related litigation and product safety incidents.
• Oversee the development and delivery of comprehensive compliance training programs for employees suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes industry trends and emerging risks to proactively address potential compliance issues and minimize liabilities.
• Lead large-scale compliance initiatives including annual product safety reviews chemical compliance audits and supply chain risk assessments.

Team Management and Development:

• Lead manage and develop the performance of the Compliance team providing coaching mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Set clear performance expectations conduct regular performance evaluations and foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Culture of Compliance:

• Foster a culture of product safety compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization promoting awareness and accountability at all levels.
• Develop and implement programs to encourage reporting of potential compliance violations and ensure prompt investigation and resolution of any issues

What Youll Bring:

• You have 10 years of experience in regulatory/product compliance preferably within the beauty or retail industry.
• You have worked with local and international brands
• You have extensive knowledge of chemical regulations and product safety standards.
• You have a proven track record of developing and implementing compliance strategies and policies.
• You possess strong analytical skills and experience with compliance audits and reporting.
• You bring exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• You have excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• You can navigate complex regulatory environments and make informed decisions.
• You possess high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.

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What Youll Get:

• Caring Community. Youll collaborate with teammates who are equally passionate about innovating doing the right things and driving the industry forward together united in beauty.
• Fulfilling Path. Your career glow-up starts here with access to opportunities that will challenge stretch and develop your skills. Youll have access to the global community of luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) for endless career opportunities.
• Meaningful Work. As you make an impact on beauty youll feel and see the positive change (consumer industry and social) your individual voice is a part of.
  
  

Rewards as Unique as You Are:

Eligibility requirements apply to certain benefits and may vary depending on job classification and length of employment.

• Wealth. We offer a comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary bonus potential RRSP matching.
• Health. Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your familys needs with medical dental vision life and disability coverage. Access to our program to support your mental financial physical and social well-being.
• Balance. Youll be trusted to find the perfect blend of work/life balance that actually works for you with a hybrid work schedule vacation and flex days and maternity/paternity leave.
• Growth. A career glow-up is built into every role with access to training and development as well as tuition reimbursement.
• Perks. Think youve tried it all Enjoy a 30% discount on all merchandise/services opportunities for gratis and flash sale discounts on LVMH brands.
• Support. Tap into volunteer and donation matching Employee Assistance Program and free mental health resources with 24/7 access to Dialogue.

Join us and Belong to Something Beautiful.

Sephora Canada strongly believes in equal opportunity when it comes to employment and advancement. Our goal is to be inclusive diverse and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can belong grow and build a beautiful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race ethnicity citizenship creed place of origin religion sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation family status marital status disability age and/or any other diversity dimensions. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or otherwise) other protected characteristics or other reasonable circumstances can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People team.

As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.